Portland, Oregon vs. Aliso Viejo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aliso Viejo, California is 15.0% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $86,216 in Aliso Viejo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aliso Viejo, California is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Aliso Viejo
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Aliso Viejo, CA
Compared to Portland, Aliso Viejo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.0% higher
  Commute
  14.3% lower
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower